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Jindal Stainless strengthens its on-site healthcare infrastructure with new Patient Care Ward and ambulances in Jajpur

Jaipur, April 15, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to employee well-being and workplace safety, Jindal Stainless, India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, has set up a new Patient Care Ward along with two Basic Life Support (BLS) ambulances at its Occupational Health Centre (OHC) in its Jaipur, Odisha unit. The facility was inaugurated by Unit Head, Mr Deepak Agrawal, in the presence of Associate Vice President – Human Resource, Jindal Stainless, Mr Rakesh Pathak and other senior officials. The newly established Patient Care Ward is equipped with three beds, multipara monitors, comfortable hydraulic patient beds, and modern medical equipment, aimed at delivering efficient and quality healthcare services to employees and stakeholders. Complementing this, the company has deployed two new Basic Life Support

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CFTI Forays into Women Empowerment & Livelihoods with the launch of Startup Sakhi

National, 15th April – Marking a significant and strategic expansion into the livelihood and women empowerment space, the Centre for Transforming India (CFTI) has launched Startup Sakhi—a transformative initiative designed exclusively for women-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to build sustainable livelihoods through entrepreneurship. By unlocking access to financial support, structured training, and continuous mentorship, the program is aimed at breaking barriers that often limit women’s economic participation, empowering SHG members to step out, take charge, and collectively drive change within their communities. The initiative will be executed in Raigad district, Maharashtra, as its first implementation hub, where it is expected to receive 8,000–10,000 applications and directly support around 1,000 women, laying the foundation for a scalable, nationwide model of women-led economic

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Bisleri International Supports Expansion of The Live Love Laugh Foundation’s Rural Mental Health Programme in Madhya Pradesh

Bengaluru / Mumbai, 14 April 2026: The Live Love Laugh Foundation (LLL), founded by actor Deepika Padukone, has announced a three-year CSR partnership with Bisleri International to support and scale its rural community mental health programme in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. Launched in January 2023 in the Sausar block of Chhindwara, the programme began with outreach across 60 villages and has since expanded to cover 134 villages, reaching 1,595 beneficiaries. This year, the initiative has expanded into the Bichua block, extending its reach to 42 additional villages supporting 200 people living with mental illness (PwMI). With the support of Bisleri International, the programme will strengthen its outreach across Chhindwara district, while building systems that enable communities to sustain these efforts

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M3M Foundation’s iMpower Athletes Shine at Kettlebell Sport Haryana State Championship 2026

Young athletes from migrant worker families secure 30 medals; Haryana’s first para kettlebell athlete from iMpower Club creates history Gurugram | 13 April 2026: In a remarkable display of grit, discipline, and sporting excellence, athletes supported by M3M Foundation under its flagship Lakshya Sports Program delivered an outstanding performance at the Kettlebell Sport Haryana State Championship 2026, held at The Shriram Millennium School, Gurgaon. Organised by the Kettlebell Sport Haryana Association under the aegis of Kettlebell Sport India Association, the championship witnessed participation across Sub-Junior, Junior, Senior, and Veteran categories, bringing together top kettlebell athletes from across the state. 20 athletes represented M3M Foundation’s iMpower Club, collectively secured an exceptional tally of 30 medals, including 18 Gold, 9 Silver, and

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Tata Power Deepens Autism Inclusion, Impacts 45,000+ Families Through ‘Pay Autention’

Mumbai, April 7, 2026: Tata Power marked World Autism Awareness Day through a day-long inclusive celebration under its flagship ‘Pay Autention’ initiative. The event was organized in partnership with the National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities and took place at the Trombay Community Hall in Chembur. It also marked the beginning of a month-long series of initiatives aimed at promoting autism awareness and fostering inclusion.  The engagement brought together over 300 participants, including neurodiverse individuals, caregivers, NGO partners, and experts—underscoring Tata Power’s commitment to strengthening support systems for the neurodiversity community. Since its inception in 2022, ‘Pay Autention’ has impacted over 45,000 + families across India. At the core of this initiative is a growing support

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Rwandans and friends of Rwanda mark the 32nd commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda

On 7 April 2026, the High Commission of Rwanda in India, in partnership with the United Nations in India, organised Kwibuka32 event, marking the 32nd Commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. The event took place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, with morning and evening sessions. The commemoration activities began with a morning exhibition attended by around 450 students and educators from high schools across New Delhi and nearby areas. Through their artworks, students depicted the horrors of the genocide while spreading messages of peace, love, and unity. Speaking at the exhibition, Mrs. Jacqueline Mukangira, High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, expressed her sincere appreciation to UN India for its collaboration during commemoration activities. She further

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Dalmia Bharat Partners with Delhi PWD to Transform Under-Flyover Spaces into Sustainable Urban Hubs

New Delhi, 6th April 2026: Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL), one of India’s leading cement companies has partnered with the Public Works Department (PWD), Government of Delhi, to undertake the beautification of select spaces beneath key flyovers and a road stretch in the capital. The MoU was signed on 6 April 2026 in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta. Covering Lodhi Flyover (near Oberoi Hotel), Oberoi Flyover (near Neela Gumbad), Mangi Bridge and Hanuman Setu, the initiative aims to enhance urban aesthetics while promoting environmental sustainability and biodiversity restoration. DBL will lead the design, development, and maintenance of these sites, including landscaping, plantation and upkeep, with a defined maintenance period of three years post completion.

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Tata Power lights up key offices Nationwide in Blue to Mark World Autism Awareness Day

National, April 7, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to inclusion and social responsibility, Tata Power marked World Autism Awareness Day by illuminating its key offices in blue across multiple locations in India. The initiative, led under its flagship Pay Autention initiative, aimed to raise awareness about autism, promote acceptance of neurodiversity, and visibly demonstrate support for individuals on the autism spectrum. As part of this coordinated nationwide effort, Tata Power illuminated key operational locations including Tata Power Delhi Distribution in Delhi; Carnac, Mahalaxmi, and Borivali offices in Mumbai; and TPCODL, TPNODL, TPSODL, and TPWODL offices in Odisha, creating a powerful, unified visual expression that amplified the message of inclusion at scale. Globally recognised as a symbol of autism awareness, the blue

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M3M Foundation Signs MoU with Govind Sagar Block Level Federation to Empower Rural Women and Youth under “Payal@40”

Development Block Bangana, Una, Himachal Pradesh | 5th April 2026: M3M Foundation has taken a significant step towards strengthening rural livelihoods under its flagship initiative “Payal@40” by launching a focused programme to support and empower rural women and youth in Bangana Block, District Una, Himachal Pradesh. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on 2 April 2026 at the Block Office, Bangana, between M3M Foundation and the Govind Sagar Block Level Federation (BLF) for the operation of the Rural Livelihood Centre (RLC), Bangana, under the Himachal Pradesh State Rural Livelihoods Mission (HPSRLM). The partnership aims to deliver structured training, capacity building, and livelihood support to Self-Help Groups (SHGs), along with skill development opportunities for local rural youth. Through this collaboration,

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M3M Foundation Showcases Grassroots Enterprises at Kisan Kumbh 2026, IIT Delhi

2500+ farmers participated; 1,000+ visitors engaged with M3M Foundation-supported enterprises New Delhi | 2nd April 2026: Kisan Kumbh 2026 was successfully organized on 30th and 31st March at Dogra Hall, IIT Delhi, bringing together more than 2500 farmers along with key stakeholders from across the agricultural ecosystem. M3M Foundation created a strong platform for its beneficiaries to directly connect with the public and promote their products. The M3M Foundation’s stalls featured enterprises from regions including Laddakh, Spiti, and other rural geographies, with active participation from teams from Spiti and Nubra Valley, along with Sarvoday products, enabling beneficiaries to showcase, market, and sell their products like cold pressed mustard oil, hand grind spices, Sea buckthorn juice, pulp, berries, roasted barley, products

Read More »

Jindal Stainless strengthens its on-site healthcare infrastructure with new Patient Care Ward and ambulances in Jajpur

Jaipur, April 15, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to employee well-being and workplace safety, Jindal Stainless, India’s leading stainless steel manufacturer, has set up a new Patient Care Ward along with two Basic Life Support (BLS) ambulances at its Occupational Health Centre (OHC) in its Jaipur, Odisha unit. The facility was inaugurated by Unit Head, Mr Deepak Agrawal, in the presence of Associate Vice President – Human Resource, Jindal Stainless, Mr Rakesh Pathak and other senior officials. The newly established Patient Care Ward is equipped with three beds, multipara monitors, comfortable hydraulic patient beds, and modern medical equipment, aimed at delivering efficient and quality healthcare services to employees and stakeholders. Complementing this, the company has deployed two new Basic Life Support

Read More »

CFTI Forays into Women Empowerment & Livelihoods with the launch of Startup Sakhi

National, 15th April – Marking a significant and strategic expansion into the livelihood and women empowerment space, the Centre for Transforming India (CFTI) has launched Startup Sakhi—a transformative initiative designed exclusively for women-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to build sustainable livelihoods through entrepreneurship. By unlocking access to financial support, structured training, and continuous mentorship, the program is aimed at breaking barriers that often limit women’s economic participation, empowering SHG members to step out, take charge, and collectively drive change within their communities. The initiative will be executed in Raigad district, Maharashtra, as its first implementation hub, where it is expected to receive 8,000–10,000 applications and directly support around 1,000 women, laying the foundation for a scalable, nationwide model of women-led economic

Read More »

Bisleri International Supports Expansion of The Live Love Laugh Foundation’s Rural Mental Health Programme in Madhya Pradesh

Bengaluru / Mumbai, 14 April 2026: The Live Love Laugh Foundation (LLL), founded by actor Deepika Padukone, has announced a three-year CSR partnership with Bisleri International to support and scale its rural community mental health programme in Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. Launched in January 2023 in the Sausar block of Chhindwara, the programme began with outreach across 60 villages and has since expanded to cover 134 villages, reaching 1,595 beneficiaries. This year, the initiative has expanded into the Bichua block, extending its reach to 42 additional villages supporting 200 people living with mental illness (PwMI). With the support of Bisleri International, the programme will strengthen its outreach across Chhindwara district, while building systems that enable communities to sustain these efforts

Read More »

M3M Foundation’s iMpower Athletes Shine at Kettlebell Sport Haryana State Championship 2026

Young athletes from migrant worker families secure 30 medals; Haryana’s first para kettlebell athlete from iMpower Club creates history Gurugram | 13 April 2026: In a remarkable display of grit, discipline, and sporting excellence, athletes supported by M3M Foundation under its flagship Lakshya Sports Program delivered an outstanding performance at the Kettlebell Sport Haryana State Championship 2026, held at The Shriram Millennium School, Gurgaon. Organised by the Kettlebell Sport Haryana Association under the aegis of Kettlebell Sport India Association, the championship witnessed participation across Sub-Junior, Junior, Senior, and Veteran categories, bringing together top kettlebell athletes from across the state. 20 athletes represented M3M Foundation’s iMpower Club, collectively secured an exceptional tally of 30 medals, including 18 Gold, 9 Silver, and

Read More »

Tata Power Deepens Autism Inclusion, Impacts 45,000+ Families Through ‘Pay Autention’

Mumbai, April 7, 2026: Tata Power marked World Autism Awareness Day through a day-long inclusive celebration under its flagship ‘Pay Autention’ initiative. The event was organized in partnership with the National Institute for the Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities and took place at the Trombay Community Hall in Chembur. It also marked the beginning of a month-long series of initiatives aimed at promoting autism awareness and fostering inclusion.  The engagement brought together over 300 participants, including neurodiverse individuals, caregivers, NGO partners, and experts—underscoring Tata Power’s commitment to strengthening support systems for the neurodiversity community. Since its inception in 2022, ‘Pay Autention’ has impacted over 45,000 + families across India. At the core of this initiative is a growing support

Read More »

Rwandans and friends of Rwanda mark the 32nd commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda

On 7 April 2026, the High Commission of Rwanda in India, in partnership with the United Nations in India, organised Kwibuka32 event, marking the 32nd Commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. The event took place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, with morning and evening sessions. The commemoration activities began with a morning exhibition attended by around 450 students and educators from high schools across New Delhi and nearby areas. Through their artworks, students depicted the horrors of the genocide while spreading messages of peace, love, and unity. Speaking at the exhibition, Mrs. Jacqueline Mukangira, High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, expressed her sincere appreciation to UN India for its collaboration during commemoration activities. She further

Read More »

Dalmia Bharat Partners with Delhi PWD to Transform Under-Flyover Spaces into Sustainable Urban Hubs

New Delhi, 6th April 2026: Dalmia Bharat Ltd. (DBL), one of India’s leading cement companies has partnered with the Public Works Department (PWD), Government of Delhi, to undertake the beautification of select spaces beneath key flyovers and a road stretch in the capital. The MoU was signed on 6 April 2026 in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta. Covering Lodhi Flyover (near Oberoi Hotel), Oberoi Flyover (near Neela Gumbad), Mangi Bridge and Hanuman Setu, the initiative aims to enhance urban aesthetics while promoting environmental sustainability and biodiversity restoration. DBL will lead the design, development, and maintenance of these sites, including landscaping, plantation and upkeep, with a defined maintenance period of three years post completion.

Read More »

Tata Power lights up key offices Nationwide in Blue to Mark World Autism Awareness Day

National, April 7, 2026: Reinforcing its commitment to inclusion and social responsibility, Tata Power marked World Autism Awareness Day by illuminating its key offices in blue across multiple locations in India. The initiative, led under its flagship Pay Autention initiative, aimed to raise awareness about autism, promote acceptance of neurodiversity, and visibly demonstrate support for individuals on the autism spectrum. As part of this coordinated nationwide effort, Tata Power illuminated key operational locations including Tata Power Delhi Distribution in Delhi; Carnac, Mahalaxmi, and Borivali offices in Mumbai; and TPCODL, TPNODL, TPSODL, and TPWODL offices in Odisha, creating a powerful, unified visual expression that amplified the message of inclusion at scale. Globally recognised as a symbol of autism awareness, the blue

Read More »

M3M Foundation Signs MoU with Govind Sagar Block Level Federation to Empower Rural Women and Youth under “Payal@40”

Development Block Bangana, Una, Himachal Pradesh | 5th April 2026: M3M Foundation has taken a significant step towards strengthening rural livelihoods under its flagship initiative “Payal@40” by launching a focused programme to support and empower rural women and youth in Bangana Block, District Una, Himachal Pradesh. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on 2 April 2026 at the Block Office, Bangana, between M3M Foundation and the Govind Sagar Block Level Federation (BLF) for the operation of the Rural Livelihood Centre (RLC), Bangana, under the Himachal Pradesh State Rural Livelihoods Mission (HPSRLM). The partnership aims to deliver structured training, capacity building, and livelihood support to Self-Help Groups (SHGs), along with skill development opportunities for local rural youth. Through this collaboration,

Read More »

M3M Foundation Showcases Grassroots Enterprises at Kisan Kumbh 2026, IIT Delhi

2500+ farmers participated; 1,000+ visitors engaged with M3M Foundation-supported enterprises New Delhi | 2nd April 2026: Kisan Kumbh 2026 was successfully organized on 30th and 31st March at Dogra Hall, IIT Delhi, bringing together more than 2500 farmers along with key stakeholders from across the agricultural ecosystem. M3M Foundation created a strong platform for its beneficiaries to directly connect with the public and promote their products. The M3M Foundation’s stalls featured enterprises from regions including Laddakh, Spiti, and other rural geographies, with active participation from teams from Spiti and Nubra Valley, along with Sarvoday products, enabling beneficiaries to showcase, market, and sell their products like cold pressed mustard oil, hand grind spices, Sea buckthorn juice, pulp, berries, roasted barley, products

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